Geran-2 vs Searcher

Overview

The Geran-2 and the Searcher are both Military Drones, manufactured by IEMZ Kupol and IAI respectively.

Top speed is 185 km/h for the Geran-2 vs 200 km/h for the Searcher. The Geran-2 has an operational range of 2,500 km vs 350 km for the Searcher.

Russian-produced version of the Iranian Shahed-136 one-way attack drone, built at the Alabuga (Yelabuga) plant and used at scale against Ukraine since 2022.
Origin country 🇷🇺 Russia
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer IEMZ Kupol
First flight --
Year introduced 2022
Number produced 26000 units
Average unit price $30K
Israeli drone, renowned for employment in reconnaissance and surveillance, notable for substantial service record since 1990s.
Origin country 🇮🇱 Israel
Category Military Drones
Manufacturer IAI
First flight --
Year introduced 1992
Number produced N/A
Average unit price --
Wingspan 2.5 m
Length 3.5 m
Maximum speed 185 km/h
Operational range 2,500 km
Service ceiling -- m
Max. takeoff weight 240 kg
Empty weight -- kg
Wingspan 8.6 m
Length 5.9 m
Maximum speed 200 km/h
Operational range 350 km
Service ceiling 6,100 m
Max. takeoff weight 436 kg
Empty weight 76 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, the Geran-2 or Searcher?
The Searcher is faster with a maximum speed of 200 km/h compared to the Geran-2's 185 km/h, a difference of 15 km/h.
Which has longer range, the Geran-2 or Searcher?
The Geran-2 has a longer range at 2,500 km compared to the Searcher's 350 km.
Which can fly higher, the Geran-2 or Searcher?
The Searcher has a higher service ceiling at 6,100 meters (20,013 ft) compared to the Geran-2's 0 meters (0 ft).
Which is heavier, the Geran-2 or Searcher?
The Searcher has a higher maximum takeoff weight at 436 kg compared to the Geran-2's 240 kg.
Which is larger, the Geran-2 or Searcher?
The Searcher is longer at 5.8 meters compared to the Geran-2's 3.5 meters.
Which entered service first, the Geran-2 or Searcher?
The Searcher entered service first in 1992, 30 years before the Geran-2 which entered service in 2022.